11 h. ago First Female Mechanic Hails APM Terminals’ Women Empowerment Drive

Nigeria’s first female mechanic and President of the Lady Mechanic Initiative, Engineer Sandra Aguebor, has commended APM Terminals Apapa for pioneering the Female Mechanic Technical Skills Programme, which aims to empower women in its host communities. LEADERSHIP reports that the training is part of APM Terminals Apapa Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments. However, speaking at […]

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22 h. ago Customs Intercepts 20 Containers Of Illicit Drugs Worth N13.5bn In Rivers

Operatives of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS), Area II Command, Onne, Rivers State, have intercepted 20 containers filled with illicit pharmaceutical products valued at over N13.5 billion in duty paid terms. The outgoing Controller of the Area II Command, Comptroller Mohammed Babandede, made the disclosure on Wednesday while displaying the seized consignments before journalists in […] The post Customs Intercepts 20 Containers Of Illicit Drugs Worth N13.5bn In Rivers appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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25 h. ago Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November

Tribune Online Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November Nigeria’s first clearing and settlement house, has received strong backing from capital market regulators and operators for its transition to a T+2 settlement cycle in Nigeria Nigeria’s capital market to transition to T+2 settlement cycle by November Tribune Online

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26 h. ago APM Terminals begins training of female mechanics at Lagos Port

Tribune Online APM Terminals begins training of female mechanics at Lagos Port To support the participants, the company provided protective work gear, including overalls, safety boots, helmets, and gloves.... APM Terminals begins training of female mechanics at Lagos Port Tribune Online

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31 h. ago Troops Arrest 54 Suspects, Rescue Nine Kidnap Victims In Nationwide Operations

Troops of the Nigerian Army have arrested 54 suspected terrorists and criminals, while also rescuing nine kidnapped victims during coordinated operations across different theatres in the country within the last 24 hours. A reliable source at the Army Headquarters disclosed this to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Wednesday, adding that several terrorists were […] The post Troops Arrest 54 Suspects, Rescue Nine Kidnap Victims In Nationwide Operations appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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35 h. ago Nigeria’s telecom operators push for urgent training reforms over widening skills gaps

Nigeria’s telecom operators and regulators have raised an alarm about the mounting skills crisis facing the sector and the urgent read more Nigeria’s telecom operators push for urgent training reforms over widening skills gaps

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42 h. ago As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach

By Wordshot Amaechi Ugwele In today’s interconnected Nigeria, no state can afford to operate as an island. This is precisely why I have continued to maintain that Governor Peter Mbah’s policy of inclusivity, in awarding contracts and extending opportunities beyond only indigenous Enugu people, reflects both wisdom and foresight. At present, local contractors still handle […] The post As Enugu cannot thrive in isolation, see wisdom in Mbah’s inclusive approach appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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51 h. ago Enugu police arrest suspects, recover firearms in separate operations

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The Enugu State Police Command has announced the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of four locally fabricated firearms in a series of intelligence-led operations across the state. According to the Command, the operations, which also yielded ammunition and other incriminating exhibits, are part of sustained efforts to rid Enugu […] The post Enugu police arrest suspects, recover firearms in separate operations appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 d. ago AHOUN clarifies purpose of FLYADEAL flight into Kano Airport

Ikrima Mohammed, Acting National President of the Association for Hajj and Umrah Operators of Nigeria (AHOUN), has provided clarification regarding read more AHOUN clarifies purpose of FLYADEAL flight into Kano Airport

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3 d. ago Army Executes 261 Operations, Police Arrest 1,950 Criminals In August — NOA

The National Orientation Agency (NOA) has revealed that Nigeria’s security and regulatory agencies conducted major nationwide operations in August, resulting in hundreds of arrests, large-scale drug seizures, asset recoveries, and multiple convictions. The Director-General of NOA, Lanre Issa-Onilu, disclosed the figures at the monthly joint security briefing in Abuja on Monday, describing the results as […]

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3 d. ago BUA Group Condemns Attack On NSCDC Personnel In Okpella, Edo

BUA Group has condemned the tragic attack that occurred near its Okpella facility in Edo State, resulting in the deaths of eight Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) operatives and a civilian driver. The company expressed deep sadness over the incident and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the fallen, the NSCDC, and […]

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3 d. ago Foreign Agents Now Hire Nigerians For Global Digital Disinformation Campaigns

As Nigeria’s digital infrastructure continues to mature and connectivity spreads across its vast and youthful population, the nation has found itself at the nexus of a new and troubling frontier—outsourcing and amplifying foreign disinformation campaigns. A recent investigation has brought to light a pro-Russian YouTube network operating from within Nigeria, raising questions about the country’s […]

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3 d. ago NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency has dismantled an international organized criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the UK, Brazil, Australia, and the UAE. In a statement issued on Sunday, Femi Babafemi, NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy, said the operation followed a two-week intelligence-led exercise across Lagos, resulting in the arrest of three leaders of […] The post NDLEA Targets Global Drug Syndicate, Arrests Key Nigerian Operatives appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo

The Edo State Civil Society Coalition for Human Rights has urged the Federal Government to urgently declare a state of emergency on insecurity following a surge in violent attacks and abductions across the state. The call comes in the wake of the killing of eight operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) […] The post Civil Society Demands State Of Emergency As Kidnappers Run Rampant In Edo appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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4 d. ago NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia

Tribune Online NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia-bound cocaine The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has dismantled an international organised criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. NDLEA smashes drug cartel, arrests 3 kingpins, seizes N5.3bn Australia-bound cocaine Tribune Online

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4 d. ago NDLEA Smashes Drug Cartel, Arrests 3 Kingpins, Intercepts N5.3bn Cocaine

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has smashed an international organised criminal group (IOCG) operating between Nigeria, UK, Brazil, Australia, and the United Arab Emirates. The NDLEA swooped on the syndicate after a two-week-long intelligence-led operations across parts of Lagos, which led to the arrest of three leaders of the cartel and intercepting large […]

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4 d. ago Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja   The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of Nigerians. The Minister gave the commendation Friday at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the […] The post Salako commends medical, dental consultants on improved healthcare services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Gunmen Attack BUA Factory In Edo, Kill Eight NSCDC Personnel

Gunmen suspected to be kidnappers on Friday night reportedly killed eight operatives of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) attached to the BUA Cement Factory in Okpella, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. According to the Punch, a senior officer of the Edo NSCDC command, who confirmed the tragic incident on […] The post Gunmen Attack BUA Factory In Edo, Kill Eight NSCDC Personnel appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Health Minister commends Medical, Dental Consultants on improved healthcare services

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Honourable StateMinister of Health and Social Welfare, Hon. Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well-being of Nigerians. The Minister gave the commendation Friday at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the MDCAN held […] The post Health Minister commends Medical, Dental Consultants on improved healthcare services appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Health minister commends MDCAN for improving healthcare services in Nigeria

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, Dr. Iziaq Adekunle Salako, has commended the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN) for their dedication to improving the health and well being of Nigerians. The minister gave the commendation on Friday, at the 14th Biennial Delegates Conference of the […] The post Health minister commends MDCAN for improving healthcare services in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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